Building bitcoin in Rust
"Building bitcoin in Rust" by Lukáš Hozda is an accessible guide for those interested in both the Rust programming language and bitcoin technology. Designed for IT students and professionals, this book takes readers through the process of understanding bitcoin’s core concepts while simultaneously teaching them to build projects in Rust. It’s perfect for anyone who is curious about Rust, a programming language praised for its safety and performance, or bitcoin, the world’s first decentralized cryptocurrency. Through hands-on development of a bitcoin miner, wallet, and node, this book helps readers sharpen their Rust skills and explore bitcoin’s infrastructure, making it an ideal starting point for building on bitcoin.
As IT Methodologist at Braiins, Lukáš Hozda consults with developers, and mentors, and oversees education initiatives while leading a junior development team. He started at Braiins in 2020 as an embedded software engineer, but his passion for teaching, rooted in a family with four generations of educators, led him to his current role. Lukáš’s expertise in programming language design and early adoption of Rust in 2015 highlight his technological foresight. His book, Building Bitcoin in Rust, showcases his deep knowledge and contributions to the industry.
Daniela Brozzoni is a bitcoin developer and educator with expertise in Rust programming. Initially drawn to bitcoin by its engineering challenges, she now advocates for its broader potential in promoting privacy and self-sovereignty. With a background in software development and technical consulting, Daniela shares her knowledge through her blog and public speaking, encouraging others to innovate within the bitcoin space.
